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Old 02-04-2018, 11:32 AM
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Originally Posted by joeyb_1369
Anyone have issues updating the firmware? I've followed the instructions on the Sanwa site. As per a few threads I've read, I made sure the 4GB SD card was FAT32 formatted. I even went as far as putting the card in and copying a model config to the card so the transmitter created the proper folder structure. Anyway, when I create the update folder, paste the MT-44.prg file in there and try to do the update firmware steps, it doesn't work. I'm trying to go from 1.01.13 to 1.01.18, I would assume it's a rollup and I don't have to do them sequentially .14,.15, etc... because I can't find .14 online. When I hit update firmware, an arrow flashes on the screen and that's it. No matter which firmware version I try.
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I tried it and gave up on trying to update it.
Just updated mine zero problems. Not sure whats going on for you guys. Hope you get it sorted..
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Old 02-04-2018, 02:38 PM
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Originally Posted by buggybattle
Just updated mine zero problems. Not sure whats going on for you guys. Hope you get it sorted..
What firmware version did you go FROM TO? I'm trying to go FROM 1.01.13 TO 1.01.18. But, I've tried about everything in between so, not really sure it matters.

Is your language file JPN? I don't see anywhere to download anything different, so I'm assuming they're all the same, even though I have an option to upload a new language file.

Luckily everything works fine so no need to stress about it, just mildly annoying.
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Old 02-05-2018, 01:17 AM
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Originally Posted by joeyb_1369
What firmware version did you go FROM TO? I'm trying to go FROM 1.01.13 TO 1.01.18. But, I've tried about everything in between so, not really sure it matters.

Is your language file JPN? I don't see anywhere to download anything different, so I'm assuming they're all the same, even though I have an option to upload a new language file.

Luckily everything works fine so no need to stress about it, just mildly annoying.
I got my remote a few weeks ago and went from 13 to 17. Language is JPN.

Going from 17 to 18 was quick and painless. Maybe post a screen shot of your folder directory. Also have you tried data logging and export to .csv ? Maybe there is a problem with the SD itself
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What improvement are there with the latest firmware?
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Old 02-06-2018, 12:58 AM
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What improvement are there with the latest firmware?
Sanwa has the change log on their website. Give it a read. Nothing really mind blowing I just like to be up to date ha

http://sanwa-denshi.com/rc/news/newinfo/mt-44_updated_programming_software_ver10118.html
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possibly weird question but does the mt44 have steering throw adjustment? just a plate behind the steering wheel with setscrew holes to limit the motion of the wheel. strongly considering this radio rather than an m12s or rs to replace my vanilla m12 that doesn't work outdoors very well. iv'e sent it back to service once already which didn't cost me anything and it worked fine for the summer but started to screw up again in the fall so i just want to stop using it.
ive had it since launch so im fine with replacing it hah. I would definitely appreciate something smaller and lighter that could fit into my hauler perhaps.
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MT-44 has the same throw adjustment as the M-12. I went from the M-12 to the MT-44, loving it.
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sounds good. its a tough choice between this and the m12rs but the design of the m12 is what ive never really liked being so top heavy and cumbersome to navigate. the direct model list function of this might be enough to switch as i race so many classes lol.

can you charge the lipo via usb? that would be sweet to just plug it into my 1216c between rounds if needed.
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The Sanwa 1S battery has a USB port on it, flip up the rubber cover & plug it in.
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what if you use the protek battery?
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Originally Posted by valk
what if you use the protek battery?
You take it out, unplug it from the radio and charge it.

The Sanwa battery USB plug lines up with the rubber cover in the base of the radio. It's a really nice feature. Just pop the rubber panel and insert a USB cable for charging.
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ooooh lol. thats kinda ghetto... but no big deal. id much rather use the 3000mah battery and charge it once/month.
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Originally Posted by valk
ooooh lol. thats kinda ghetto... but no big deal. id much rather use the 3000mah battery and charge it once/month.
I think I used ~900mah in four race nights.

Also the LRP 3,200mah is only about $18.
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link? i can only find it in euros ect which wouldnt be $18..
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Originally Posted by valk
link? i can only find it in euros ect which wouldnt be $18..
Active Powersports shows they have them.
LRP - 430356 LiPo 3.7V 3200mAh TX-Pack Sanwa MT-44 TX-Only - Active Powersports

I bought one from Tower, but they no longer carry it. Looks like they dried up pretty fast.
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